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Order-of-Magnitude Estimates Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
Asheville, NC
10 July 2015
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Order-of-Magnitude Estimates Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
Asheville, NC
10 July 2015
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Introduction 1 - 4
Estimate Summary Moderate Renovation 5 Detailed Estimate Moderate Renovation 6 - 9 Estimate Summary Major Renovation 10 - 11 Detailed Estimate Major Renovation 12 - 17
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Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
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Venue was commissioned by Threshold Acoustics LLC to prepare an order-of-magnitude estimate for the acoustical renovation scope of work envisaged for the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium.
Basis
Threshold Acoustics LLC reports and sketches formed the basis of this estimate. Input was sought and received on structural engineering issues and incorporated in the cost estimate. Additionally, original design documents prepared by Lindsey-Madison-Grudger Architects, dated August 10, 1938 were relied upon for “as-is” building architecture, configuration and structural details.
Financial Summary
The estimate summaries of construction costs for the two scope of work packages, Moderate Renovation and Major Renovation, are included on pages 5 and 10, respective, of this report. Detailed estimates for the two work packages begin on page 6 for the Moderate Renovation and page 12 for the Major Renovation.
Estimate Methodology
This order-of-magnitude cost estimate was developed based on approximate quantities measured for the various work packages including building renovation and new work for architectural/engineering/acoustical and theater planning scopes of work. Reference was made to Threshold Acoustics LLC reports/sketches for possible parameters of renovation and new work envisaged. It should be noted that this is a very broad brush and approximate estimate of construction cost based on the commensurate level of information available. The estimate has been priced on the basis that each work package will be carried out by a General Contractor/Construction Manager in one continuous construction duration for that particular work package and that the required building area is available to the contractor unimpeded. No attempt has been made to assess phasing/schedule/overtime premiums should any particular work package be constructed in a piecemeal fashion involving more than one mobilization and de-mobilization by the General Contractor/Construction Manager. This issue needs to be assessed once the scope/schedule of the work packages has been determined and approved by the Owner. No provision has been made for seismic upgrades of the structure.
Documentation
The following Threshold Acoustics LLC documentation was utilized in this estimate:
Scope of work analysis (“Memo: Note to accompany pricing sketches”) dated 4 June 2015
Sketches dated 4 June 2015
Various e-mails dated June 2015 The following Walter P. Moore and Associates Inc. documentation was utilized in this estimate:
Structural evaluation and recommendations report dated 6 July 2015
Historic design documents prepared by Lindsey-Madison-Grudger Architects dated 10 August 1938
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Estimate Inclusions
Construction Costs:
Building renovation work
Staging, accessibility & protection
Design/pricing contingency
General conditions, overhead and profit
Construction change order contingency
Escalation to July 2018
Estimate Exclusions Project and soft costs more specifically described as:
Costs associated with seismic upgrades, if required
Phasing, schedule and overtime premiums for work package piecemeal operation
Owner purchase loose FF&E
Permits and associated fees
Testing/inspections expenses
Soil borings, geotech, site and utility surveys
Contaminated soil/hazardous materials treatment including asbestos abatement/disposal
Commissioning
Professional fees and reimbursables
Construction administration expenses
Models, mockups, renderings
Finance expenses
Fundraising
Legal fees and expenses
Public relations
Staff expenses
Moving expenses
Client overall project contingency
Endowment/subsidies
Definitions and Assumptions The following help define the terminology and assumptions in this report:
Building renovation work: structure; building interiors includes partitions/doors, stairs/steps/finishes;
Mechanical systems as follows: the plumbing and drainage estimate includes for high quality low water consumption plumbing fixtures to replace existing in renovated washrooms, and add for additional in new washrooms including showers and electronically activated lavatories, urinals and water closets of commercial robust quality; connections to existing domestic hot, cold and recirculation potable water piping to fixtures and fittings throughout; gravity flow sanitary waste (and vent) collection system from fixtures, fittings, floor drains and equipment throughout connected existing in vicinity (drainage unable to flow by gravity will be pumped, pumps included in Major Renovation estimate); drains to serve Loading Dock areas are included in the Moderate Renovation with additional drains to serve the Performer Access and Crossover Corridor in the Major Renovation. Demolition of existing plumbing and drainage piping / fixtures is included; fire protection includes: sprinkler head coverage will be modified to suit new ceilings / layouts; it is assumed existing service will be extended to suit additions; existing fire department valves / fire hose cabinets will remain in situ; fire extinguishers will remain in situ.
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_____________________________________________________________________________ Demolition of existing sprinkler piping / heads in renovation areas is included; the mechanical H.V.A.C.
system estimate includes for the following: existing air handling units, ductwork distribution and diffusion will be removed in the renovated spaces - Auditorium will be complete with 2 new custom rooftop mounted constant air volume (CAV) air handling units (AHU’s) with chilled water cooling, hot water heating sections, VFD’s, access corridor, etc. Allowances have been included for HVAC system to serve new Loading Dock. New ductwork distribution will be installed in soffits (by G.C.) to serve balcony level. Ductwork will connect to existing ductwork on the underside of balcony. New air distribution devices will be provided throughout the auditorium - connections to existing heating / chilled water systems will be provided and it is assumed the central plant has enough capacity for all renovations - the stage will be provided with a new CAV AHU located in basement, with a high level supply, low level return air distribution system - dressing rooms will be provided with a new VAV AHU located in basement, with conventional overhead supply air with VAV terminals. An air to air heat exchanger will be provided to serve dressing room / washroom exhausts to recapture waste energy - allowances have been included in the major renovation estimate for HVAC system to serve new Performer Access, Crossover Corridor, Basement Symphony Offices and Conference rooms and lounges - new/ renovated Washrooms and mechanical / electrical rooms will be provided with exhaust fans / dampers - provision for acoustic treatments such as silencers, duct lagging and the like for acoustical control will be provided - balancing and commissioning of systems / equipment; new equipment will be reconnected to existing base building BAS by nominated controls vendor. Exterior to building: a trench drain will be installed for the loading dock addition in the Moderate Renovation scope.
Electrical Distribution and Services: the existing 277/480V switchboard will provide power to the new mechanical equipment at 480V, lighting and production equipment power at 120/208V. The existing stage production panels will be replaced by new panels in a relocated position on stage right. Existing emergency lighting and power panels will provide emergency power for life safety loads in the building. The existing circuitry will be tagged and new panel directories will be provided. Power load and line side wiring will be provided to the mechanical units from the mechanical distribution panels. The building grounding, technical grounding system will be upgraded for the production equipment; Lighting, Devices and Heating: lighting will generally be provided using energy efficient LED fixtures throughout. These fixtures will be fed from the normal power lighting panels. Life safety lighting will be powered from the emergency power system. Lighting control will generally be provided using a central LV control system and local occupancy and daylight sensors. These controls will be interfaced with the production dimming systems. Devices will be installed to meet general maintenance and specialty requirements for production facilities. Wiring for 20A dimmer circuits will be run from the dimmer racks to the outlets in the theatre areas with the rigging power circuitry. Dimmer racks will be provided as part of the equipment provided in the production equipment package; Systems and Ancillaries: the existing addressable Fire Alarm, security access control and CCTV system will be provided modified to accommodate the layout of the revised facility. Communications conduit and CAT 6 structured cabling will be provided to accommodate the new communication outlets. A complete conduit and wiring system for the production equipment and AV will be provided to accommodate the new production equipment. Supply and installation of production and telephone equipment will be provided by others.
Staging, accessibility & protection allowance includes for each work packages’ particular conditions/level of difficulty that the General Contractor/Construction Manager will encounter with regard to materials delivery, equipment placing etc.
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Design/pricing contingency allows for ongoing design detailing that will occur until drawings are complete by the design team and for quantity measurement and pricing adjustments
General conditions, overhead and profit includes all requirements for the General Contractor/Construction Manager, at a competitive rate
Construction change order contingency includes for coordination conflicts on the drawings and other errors and omissions that may occur during the construction phase of the project
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Construction Cost Summary - Moderate Renovation January 14, 2016
Description Amount
1 Ceiling Revisions $4,396,022
2 Mechanical Systems $287,910
3 Cheek Walls $737,710
4 Side Walls $30,425
5 Variable and Permanent Acoustic Treatments $730,573
6 Seating $1,576,648
7 Stage Extension $259,738
8 Proscenium $109,492
9 Orchestra Shell $1,126,848
10 Rigging $3,019,765
11 Dressing Room Renovation and Expansion $861,381
12 Reconfigure Balcony $1,376,633
13 Loading Dock Addition $1,349,025
12 Paint $38,688
13 Restrooms $209,406
14 Mechanical Systems $4,925,452
15 Electrical Systems $2,482,258
16 A/V Equipment and Performance Lighting $6,479,376
Overall Cost in July 2018 Construction Dollars $29,997,350
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NOTE: Phasing, schedule and overtime premiums are not included and need to be assessed once the scope of the
project has been determined by the Owner.
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Detailed Estimate - Moderate Renovation Project July 10, 2015
Description Quantity Unit Rate Amount Remarks
Ceiling Revisions 2,340,700
Remove existing plaster including support structure 14,950 sf 3.50 52,300
Remove brick infill along upper galleries, both sides, to expose original
fenestrations; assume existing structural elements remain as-is 430 sf 12.00 5,200 per 1938 drawingsInstall 4 layers drywall to underside of wood joists including isolation
hangers 14,950 sf 45.00 672,800
- structural steel modifications to complete above work 14 tn 6,000.00 84,000
Paint
- intumescent paint to newly exposed trusses 14,950 sf 3.00 44,900
- paint to remaining exposed walls and new drywall
- walls 29,240 sf 1.50 43,900
- ceilings 14,950 sf 5.00 74,800
Install new acoustically rated window assemblies in original openings 430 sf 200.00 86,000 per 1938 drawingsConstruct soffit for ductwork comprising metal framing and 4 layers of
drywall with paint finish 3,395 sf 25.00 84,900
- structural steel modifications to complete above work 8 tn 5,500.00 44,000Install catwalks and follow spot platforms comprising metal grate
flooring, guard rails at 21" and 42" with an additional light pipe on the
front side of the cat walks
- catwalks approximately 6' wide 280 lf 900.00 252,000
- follow spot platforms 375 sf 130.00 48,800- structural steel modifications to complete catwalks/follow spot
platforms 10 tn 6,000.00 60,000
Install forestage grid for rigging loud speakers, box trusses, forestage
reflector and temporary scenic elements 720 sf 55.00 39,600
- structural steel modifications to complete installation of forestage grid 10 tn 6,000.00 60,000
Install a forestage reflector and two mid-house reflectors suspended
from catwalks comprising metal framing and 3 layers of drywall 3,550 sf 50.00 177,500
Install spiral stair each side of house within new cheek walls, 33' rise 2 ea 5,000.00 10,000
Scaffolding for above work allowance 500,000
Mechanical Systems 153,300Locate new mechanical equipment (equipment measured elsewhere)
serving the auditorium to the roof of the 1970s constructed lobby
- steel dunnage 5 tn 5,000.00 25,000
- modify existing structural steel roof framing 5 tn 5,500.00 27,500
- repair roof finish including flashing 1,000 sf 19.00 19,000 area assumed
- repair finishes in conference room area below 1,000 sf 11.50 11,500 area assumedLocate new mechanical equipment (equipment measured elsewhere)
serving the stage to the basement level
- steel dunnage 5 tn 5,500.00 27,500
- add steel to newly created floor opening for ducting 5 tn 7,500.00 37,500
- demolish and refinish new openings 70 sf 75.00 5,300
Cheek Walls 392,800Construct curved cheek walls comprising metal framing with 3 layers of
drywall on auditorium face 5,060 sf 24.00 121,400
- HSS 20 x 8 sections for vertical support 16 tn 5,500.00 88,000
- curved horizontal steel support members 8 tn 6,500.00 52,000
- modify existing floor framing 6 tn 8,500.00 51,000Construct steps within cheek wall enclosures connecting orchestra
seating level to stage level, 5'4" tread width, straight run with handrail
each side
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Description Quantity Unit Rate Amount Remarks
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- structure 75 lfr 120.00 9,000
- railing 25 lf 200.00 5,000Install one wheelchair lift within the cheek wall enclosure on house left,
4' rise 1 ea 25,000.00 25,000Construct stairs to connect stage level to gallery level within cheek wall
enclosures, curved, 4' wide tread, wall rail one side, handrail the other
side
- structure 220 lfr 120.00 26,400
- railing 75 lf 200.00 15,000
Side Walls 16,200Construct new walls at the orchestra seating level between the new
cheek walls and the existing cross aisle location. Construct from the
existing floor to the ceiling beneath the side galleries. Assume metal
framing with three layers of drywall on the front side (facing toward the
center of the auditorium). 1,080 sf 15.00 16,200
Repair underside of balcony 135 lf
included with balcony
reconfiguration
Variable and Permanent Acoustic Treatments 389,000
Install permanent diffusive elements along the side walls of the orchestra
level seating and the upper galleries. Assume construction of pre-
fabricated plaster panels that will be installed on the existing walls and
finished. Note that if the plan option for the orchestra level seating with
new walls constructed along the column line, the diffusion in these
locations will be on the new wall instead of the existing wall. 1,640 sf 75.00 123,000Install mechanically-operated rolling banners within each structural bay
at the upper corners of the room on both sides. 8 ea 22,000.00 176,000Install a walk-along curtain, approximately 18' high, along the back wall of
the house to cover the full surface of the wall. This curtain will be housed
in a pocket when not deployed. Note that if the option to reconfigure
the balcony and move the rear wall forward is selected (described below
under the Major Renovation Projects section), then this curtain will be
installed on this new wall. 90 lf 1,000.00 90,000
Seating 839,500Replace theatrical seating throughout the auditorium. As different
options described in this memo have affect the total seat count, provide
costing on a per-seat basis so that final seat cost can be determined for
various options; assume 9 sf/seat 1,800 ea 400.00 720,000
Finish floors 14,940 sf 8.00 119,500
Stage Extension 138,300
Purchase a new, larger stage extension system that can be manually
deployed and disassembled. Provide the ability to have two options for
stage extension size: the first a moderate extension useful for typical
orchestral performances and certain types of non-theatrical productions,
and the second an addition to the first allowing the stage to extend far
into auditorium for particular orchestral performances.
- first extension 880 sf 70.00 61,600
- second extension 1,095 sf 70.00 76,700
Proscenium 58,300Demolish decorative plaster proscenium to increase proscenium size.
Remove back to primary structure –approximately two feet on each side
and at the head. Refinish edges with plaster. 110 lf 530.00 58,300
Orchestra Shell 600,000
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Description Quantity Unit Rate Amount Remarks
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Purchase a new orchestra shell designed specifically for the stage and
house. Assume 11 towers at 25 feet tall, plus three ceiling panels that
will be suspended from the rigging system. Heith to match new
proscenium opening; integral lighting included in ceiling. allowance 600,000
Rigging 1,607,900
Remove the existing hemp rigging system and wood grid. 1 ls 250,000
Construct a new steel grid and install a new double-purchase rigging
system. Assume 24 fly lines, including 3 electric lines and 3 lines
dedicated to the new orchestra shell ceiling as described above.
-steel grid 4,790 sf 60.00 287,400
- manual and motorized rigging 1 ls 1,000,000
Install new access ladders to connect the existing fly loft to the new grid. 1 ls 70,500
Dressing Room Renovation and Expansion 458,650Demolish all existing dressing rooms, restrooms, and the green room at
the dressing room level (directly beneath the stage). 3,380 sf 10.00 33,800Construct stairs on stage left and stage right connecting the stage to the
dressing room level and basement level. 4 flt 20,000.00 80,000
Construct new dressing rooms at the dressing room level. Assume 2
small (~100 sf) star performer dressing rooms with their own single-stall
restrooms with showers, four medium (~200 sf) dressing rooms sharing
two single-stall restrooms with showers, and a green room. 3,380 sf 55.00 185,900Construct two large dressing rooms, each with their own 4-person
restroom and a single shower at existing basement level space 1,870 sf 85.00 158,950
Reconfigure Balcony 733,000
Excludes any
substructure
modifications
Construct a new balcony in front of the existing balcony, relocated
approximately one structural bay forward of the existing balcony.
Include a curved balcony face with diffusive plaster treatment, a curved
cross-aisle, and reconfigured upper balcony area.
- demo existing structure 4,665 sf 15.00 70,000
- new structure including finish 3,390 sf 125.00 423,800
- balcony face, curved, 3'6" high 150 lf 650.00 97,500
- balance of existing balcony space 2,170 sf 20.00 43,400
Construct a new curved rear wall. 1,785 sf 21.00 37,500Construct wall between the existing mezzanine seating risers and the
underside of th enew balcony 990 sf 21.00 20,800
Replace the balcony face of the side galleries with new diffusive plaster
treatment. This item assumes that the option to remove the first two
rows of the side galleries (described below) has not been accepted. 80 lf included elsewhereInstall a second set of doors at the rear exits of the auditorium to create
sound and light locks.
- doors, frames and hardware 8 pr 5,000.00 40,000
Loading Dock Addition 718,300
Construct an addition on the southeast corner of the stage to house.
Assume the structure underneath the new platform lift and loading dock
will be exposed steel pylons. Include the following access-related items:
- demolish existing loading dock area 1,380 sf 5.00 6,900
- foundations and slab on grade 1,380 sf 30.00 41,400
- new framed structure 1,050 sf 55.00 57,800
- new exterior skin 4,980 sf 45.00 224,100
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- finished roof 1,050 sf 20.00 21,000
- new loading dock doors, 15' x 20' high 2 pr 75,000.00 150,000
- new loading dock lift, approximate size 26' wide X 16' deep 1 ls 100,000
- loading dock and canopy 415 sf 150.00 62,300Expand the loading dock platform outside the new addition to create
additional staging area for loading and unloading of trucks, includes
canopy 365 sf 150.00 54,800
Paint 20,600
Repaint all remaining existing plaster. 13,750 sf 1.50 20,600
Restrooms 111,500Renovate restrooms located off the main floor lobby and the lower lobby
(a total of four restrooms). 1,115 sf 100.00 111,500
Mechanical Systems 2,622,600
Plumbing Fixtures 1 ls 110,600
Domestic Water 1 ls 35,400
Sanitary Waster & Vent 1 ls 30,400
Stormwater 1 ls 8,100
Selective Demolition 1 ls 8,100
Misc. Works and General Accounts - Plumbing 1 ls 39,000
Fire Protection 1 ls 148,200
Heating 1 ls 49,000
Cooling 1 ls 58,000
Air Distribution 1 ls 1,539,600
Exhaust Sytems 1 ls 33,000
Support Systems & Works (noise isolation, wiring, commissioning) 1 ls 75,600
Misc. Works and General Accounts - HVAC 1 ls 351,000
Controls 1 ls 131,600
Misc. Site Utilities (storm drainage for addition) 1 ls 5,000
Electrical Systems 1,321,700
Service and Distribution 1 ls 89,800
Lighting, Devices and Controls 1 ls 1,015,200
Fire, Security, P.A. and Misc. Systems 1 ls 216,700
A/V Equipment and Performance Lighting 3,450,000
Audio system including distributed audio, intercom and program allowance 1,300,000 Threshold provided
Video system including distributed video allowance 650,000 Threshold providedLighting system including new motorized batten system, dimmer racks,
control console and additional lighting inventory allowance 1,500,000 Threshold provided
Subtotal Major Renovations 15,972,350
Markups
Design & Pricing Contingency 15% 2,395,000
Staging, Accessibility & Protection 10% 1,835,000
General Conditions, Overhead & Profit 20% 4,040,000
Escalation To Bid Date (July 2018) 13% 3,030,000
Construction Change Order Contingency 10% 2,725,000
$29,997,350
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Construction Cost Summary - Major Renovation January 14, 2016
Description Amount
1 Ceiling Revisions $4,395,138
2 Mechanical Systems $287,938
3 Cheek Walls $737,782
4 Side Walls $30,428
5 Variable and Permanent Acoustic Treatments $730,645
6 Seating $1,576,803
7 Stage Extension excluded in Major Renovation
8 Proscenium $109,503
9 Orchestra Shell $1,126,958
10 Rigging $3,020,061
11 Dressing Room Renovation and Expansion $861,466
12 Reconfigure Balcony $1,390,103
13 Loading Dock Addition $1,349,157
14 Paint $38,692
15 Restrooms $209,426
16 Reconfigure Balcony Expanded Option $1,084,885
17 Remove Portion of Side Galleries Included elsewhere
18 Orchestra Level Side Galleries $61,607
19 Pit Lift System $1,237,964
20 Additional Rigging Improvements $444,022
21 Performer's Entrance Addition $1,112,120
22 Stage Crossover $493,044
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Construction Cost Summary - Major Renovation January 14, 2016
Description Amount
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23 Symphony Offices $123,965
24 Mechanical Systems $5,893,429
25 Electrical Systems $3,892,702
26 A/V Equipment and Performance Lighting $6,480,011
Overall Cost in July 2018 Construction Dollars $36,687,850
NOTE: Phasing, schedule and overtime premiums are not included and need to be assessed once the scope of the
project has been determined by the Owner.
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Detailed Estimate - Major Renovation Project July 10, 2015
Description Quantity Unit Rate Amount Remarks
Ceiling Revisions 2,340,000
Remove existing plaster including support structure 14,940 sf 3.50 52,300
Remove brick infill along upper galleries, both sides, to expose original
fenestrations; assume existing structural elements remain as-is 430 sf 12.00 5,200 per 1938 drawingsInstall 4 layers drywall to underside of wood joists including isolation
hangers 14,940 sf 45.00 672,300
- structural steel modifications to complete above work 14 tn 6,000.00 84,000
Paint
- intumescent paint to newly exposed trusses 14,940 sf 3.00 44,800
- paint to remaining exposed walls and new drywall
- walls 29,240 sf 1.50 43,900
- ceilings 14,940 sf 5.00 74,700
Install new acoustically rated window assemblies in original openings 430 sf 200.00 86,000 per 1938 drawingsConstruct soffit for ductwork comprising metal framing and 4 layers of
drywall with paint finish 3,395 sf 25.00 84,900
- structural steel modifications to complete above work 8 tn 5,500.00 44,000Install catwalks and follow spot platforms comprising metal grate
flooring, guard rails at 21" and 42" with an additional light pipe on the
front side of the cat walks
- catwalks approximately 6' wide 280 lf 900.00 252,000
- follow spot platforms 375 sf 130.00 48,800- structural steel modifications to complete catwalks/follow spot
platforms 10 tn 6,000.00 60,000
Install forestage grid for rigging loud speakers, box trusses, forestage
reflector and temporary scenic elements 720 sf 55.00 39,600
- structural steel modifications to complete installation of forestage grid 10 tn 6,000.00 60,000
Install a forestage reflector and two mid-house reflectors suspended
from catwalks comprising metal framing and 3 layers of drywall 3,550 sf 50.00 177,500
Install spiral stair each side of house within new cheek walls, 33' rise 2 ea 5,000.00 10,000
Scaffolding for above work allowance 500,000
Mechanical Systems 153,300Locate new mechanical equipment (equipment measured elsewhere)
serving the auditorium to the roof of the 1970s constructed lobby
- steel dunnage 5 tn 5,000.00 25,000
- modify existing structural steel roof framing 5 tn 5,500.00 27,500
- repair roof finish including flashing 1,000 sf 19.00 19,000 area assumed
- repair finishes in conference room area below 1,000 sf 11.50 11,500 area assumedLocate new mechanical equipment (equipment measured elsewhere)
serving the stage to the basement level
- steel dunnage 5 tn 5,500.00 27,500
- add steel to newly created floor opening for ducting 5 tn 7,500.00 37,500
- demolish and refinish new openings 70 sf 75.00 5,300
Cheek Walls 392,800Construct curved cheek walls comprising metal framing with 3 layers of
drywall on auditorium face 5,060 sf 24.00 121,400
- HSS 20 x 8 sections for vertical support 16 tn 5,500.00 88,000
- curved horizontal steel support members 8 tn 6,500.00 52,000
- modify existing floor framing 6 tn 8,500.00 51,000Construct steps within cheek wall enclosures connecting orchestra
seating level to stage level, 5'4" tread width, straight run with handrail
each side
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Detailed Estimate - Major Renovation Project July 10, 2015
Description Quantity Unit Rate Amount Remarks
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- structure 75 lfr 120.00 9,000
- railing 25 lf 200.00 5,000Install one wheelchair lift within the cheek wall enclosure on house left,
4' rise 1 ea 25,000.00 25,000Construct stairs to connect stage level to gallery level within cheek wall
enclosures, curved, 4' wide tread, wall rail one side, handrail the other
side
- structure 220 lfr 120.00 26,400
- railing 75 lf 200.00 15,000
Side Walls 16,200Construct new walls at the orchestra seating level between the new
cheek walls and the existing cross aisle location. Construct from the
existing floor to the ceiling beneath the side galleries. Assume metal
framing with three layers of drywall on the front side (facing toward the
center of the auditorium). 1,080 sf 15.00 16,200
Repair underside of balcony 135 lf
included with balcony
reconfiguration
Variable and Permanent Acoustic Treatments 389,000
Install permanent diffusive elements along the side walls of the orchestra
level seating and the upper galleries. Assume construction of pre-
fabricated plaster panels that will be installed on the existing walls and
finished. Note that if the plan option for the orchestra level seating with
new walls constructed along the column line, the diffusion in these
locations will be on the new wall instead of the existing wall. 1,640 sf 75.00 123,000Install mechanically-operated rolling banners within each structural bay
at the upper corners of the room on both sides. 8 ea 22,000.00 176,000Install a walk-along curtain, approximately 18' high, along the back wall of
the house to cover the full surface of the wall. This curtain will be housed
in a pocket when not deployed. Note that if the option to reconfigure
the balcony and move the rear wall forward is selected (described below
under the Major Renovation Projects section), then this curtain will be
installed on this new wall. 90 lf 1,000.00 90,000
Seating 839,500Replace theatrical seating throughout the auditorium. As different
options described in this memo have affect the total seat count, provide
costing on a per-seat basis so that final seat cost can be determined for
various options; assume 9 sf/seat 1,800 ea 400.00 720,000
Finish floors 14,940 sf 8.00 119,500
Stage Extension excluded in Major Renovation
Purchase a new, larger stage extension system that can be manually
deployed and disassembled. Provide the ability to have two options for
stage extension size: the first a moderate extension useful for typical
orchestral performances and certain types of non-theatrical productions,
and the second an addition to the first allowing the stage to extend far
into auditorium for particular orchestral performances.
- first extension 880 sf 0
- second extension 1,095 sf 70.00 76,700
to remain in scope of
work in lieu of second
pit lift
Proscenium 58,300Demolish decorative plaster proscenium to increase proscenium size.
Remove back to primary structure –approximately two feet on each side
and at the head. Refinish edges with plaster. 110 lf 530.00 58,300
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Description Quantity Unit Rate Amount Remarks
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Orchestra Shell 600,000Purchase a new orchestra shell designed specifically for the stage and
house. Assume 11 towers at 25 feet tall, plus three ceiling panels that
will be suspended from the rigging system. Heith to match new
proscenium opening; integral lighting included in ceiling. allowance 600,000
Rigging 1,607,900
Remove the existing hemp rigging system and wood grid. 1 ls 250,000
Construct a new steel grid and install a new double-purchase rigging
system. Assume 24 fly lines, including 3 electric lines and 3 lines
dedicated to the new orchestra shell ceiling as described above.
-steel grid 4,790 sf 60.00 287,400
- manual and motorized rigging 1 ls 1,000,000
Install new access ladders to connect the existing fly loft to the new grid. 1 ls 70,500
Dressing Room Renovation and Expansion 458,650Demolish all existing dressing rooms, restrooms, and the green room at
the dressing room level (directly beneath the stage). 3,380 sf 10.00 33,800Construct stairs on stage left and stage right connecting the stage to the
dressing room level and basement level. 4 flt 20,000.00 80,000
Construct new dressing rooms at the dressing room level. Assume 2
small (~100 sf) star performer dressing rooms with their own single-stall
restrooms with showers, four medium (~200 sf) dressing rooms sharing
two single-stall restrooms with showers, and a green room. 3,380 sf 55.00 185,900Construct two large dressing rooms, each with their own 4-person
restroom and a single shower at existing basement level space 1,870 sf 85.00 158,950
Reconfigure Balcony 740,100
Excludes any
substructure
Construct a new balcony in front of the existing balcony, relocated
approximately one structural bay forward of the existing balcony.
Include a curved balcony face with diffusive plaster treatment, a curved
cross-aisle, and reconfigured upper balcony area.
- demo existing structure 4,665 sf 15.00 70,000
- new structure including finish 3,390 sf 125.00 423,800
- balcony face, curved, 3'6" high 150 lf 650.00 97,500
- balance of existing balcony space 2,170 sf 20.00 43,400
Construct a new curved rear wall. 1,785 sf 25.00 44,600Construct wall between the existing mezzanine seating risers and the
underside of the new balcony 990 sf 21.00 20,800
Replace the balcony face of the side galleries with new diffusive plaster
treatment. This item assumes that the option to remove the first two
rows of the side galleries (described below) has not been accepted. 80 lf included elsewhereInstall a second set of doors at the rear exits of the auditorium to create
sound and light locks.
- doors, frames and hardware 8 pr 5,000.00 40,000
Loading Dock Addition 718,300
Construct an addition on the southeast corner of the stage to house.
Assume the structure underneath the new platform lift and loading dock
will be exposed steel pylons. Include the following access-related items:
- demolish existing loading dock area 1,380 sf 5.00 6,900
- foundations and slab on grade 1,380 sf 30.00 41,400
- new framed structure 1,050 sf 55.00 57,800
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- new exterior skin 4,980 sf 45.00 224,100
- finished roof 1,050 sf 20.00 21,000
- new loading dock doors, 15' x 20' high 2 pr 75,000.00 150,000
- new loading dock lift, approximate size 26' wide X 16' deep 1 ls 100,000
- loading dock and canopy 415 sf 150.00 62,300Expand the loading dock platform outside the new addition to create
additional staging area for loading and unloading of trucks, includes
canopy 365 sf 150.00 54,800
Paint 20,600
Repaint all remaining existing plaster. 13,750 sf 1.50 20,600
Restrooms 111,500Renovate restrooms located off the main floor lobby and the lower lobby
(a total of four restrooms). 1,115 sf 100.00 111,500
Reconfigure Balcony Expanded Option 577,600
Excludes any
substructure
Demolish a portion of the existing balcony risers to make way for a new
vomitory connecting the new cross aisle with the existing conference
room located behind the existing rear wall of the auditorium. Include
doors to create a sound and light lock. Construct ramps along the
connecting path to adjust to the elevation difference between the cross
aisle and the conference room (~two feet). Create penetrations through
the existing back wall of the auditorium building (the former exterior wall
of the auditorium).
- demolition 990 sf 15.00 14,900
- floor structure 990 sf 40.00 39,600
- walls 3,168 sf 25.65 81,300
- doors/frames/hardware 3 pr 5,000.00 15,000Construct a wall between the existing mezzanine seating risers and the
underside of the new balcony. 700 sf 25.00 17,500
Repair existing finishes in original lobby and colonnade area 4,500 sf 30.00 135,000
Renovate the finishes in the existing conference room. 4,135 sf 36.00 148,900Construct two additional multi-person restrooms adjacent to the existing
conference room. 1,045 sf 120.00 125,400
Remove Portion of Side Galleries Included elsewhere
Demolish the first two rows of both of the side galleries. 2,170 sfInstall a new fascia and rail along the exposed face of the shortened side
galleries. Assume prefabricated diffusive plaster panels installed over a
framed wall. 80 lf
Note: the reconfiguration of the balcony as described above would need
to be modified to integrate with the shortened side galleries.
Orchestra Level Side Galleries 32,800Construct raised seating sections in front of the new side walls at the
orchestra seating level. 655 sf 50.00 32,800
Railing included
elsewhere
Pit Lift System 659,100Demolish a portion of the orchestra seating level floor (both the original
structural floor and the topping slab added later). Provide supporting
structure around the penetration as required. This will include
demolition of an existing structural steel beam encased in concrete
located one structural bay downstage of the proscenium. 880 sf 16.00 14,100
Reflects one pit lift
section only
Structural steel to reinforce new openings 20 tn 8,500.00 170,000Create a penetration through the concrete wall in the basement located
beneath the proscenium to allow for access into the new wagon storage
area. sf excluded See WPM report
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Construct a raised floor upstage and downstage of the new penetration,
and walls enclosing these new wagon storage areas. sf excluded See WPM report
Install a pit lift system consisting of:- one pit lift which can be positioned independently at the new wagon
storage level, at orchestra pit level, audience seating level, and stage
level. 1 ls 325,000
Modified per WPM
report
- chair wagons for pit lift that can be rolled from the wagon storage
area onto lift and raised to audience level to provide seating. 1 ls 150,000
Modified per WPM
reportNote: this option is in lieu of the first stage extension system described
as part of the Moderate Renovation. The second stage extension
remains.
Additional Rigging Improvements 236,400Demolish three levels of existing dressing rooms and the fly loft located
stage right. 865 sf 5.00 4,300Construct a new fly loft located stage right midway up the height of the
stage house (positioned to work with a double-purchase system) to
maximize the wing space available under the loft. Install a spiral stair in
the northwest corner of the stage to connect stage level to the new fly
loft and the new grid.
- modify structural steel 20 tn 5,500.00 110,000
- fly loft 320 sf 115.00 36,800
- spiral stair, 50' rise 2 flt 8,000.00 16,000Construct a new pinrail gallery located stage left midway up the height of
the stage house (level with the new fly loft). Construct a spiral stair
connection stage level to the new pinrail gallery.
- modify structural steel 5 tn 5,500.00 27,500
- pinrail gallery 320 sf 115.00 36,800
- spiral stair, 23' rise 1 flt 5,000.00 5,000Note: work in this section is in addition to the rigging project described in
the Moderate Renovation.
Performer's Entrance Addition 592,100
Construct an addition on the southeast corner of the stage to house.
Assume the structure underneath the new platform lift and loading dock
will be exposed steel pylons. Include the following access-related items:
- at ground level, a performer’s entrance and security check point
(when required for shows) with access to a passenger elevator and
stairs connecting to the loading dock, dressing rooms, and stage. 630 sf 350.00 220,500
- at dressing room level, access to the passenger elevator and stairs. 345 sf 350.00 120,800
- at stage level, access to the passenger elevator and stairs. 345 sf 350.00 120,800
- passenger elevator to above 1 ea 100,000.00 100,000
- stairs to above 2 flt 15,000.00 30,000
Stage Crossover 262,500
Install a new crossover corridor behind the stage. Construct with framed
walls with exterior masonry cladding. Assume the corridor addition is
constructed on exposed metal structure below (not enclosed). 750 sf 350.00 262,500
Symphony Offices 66,000Renovate space in the basement level into office space for 8 staff
members. 1,200 sf 55.00 66,000
Mechanical Systems 3,137,700
Plumbing Fixtures 1 ls 137,300
Domestic Water 1 ls 45,800
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Sanitary Waster & Vent 1 ls 48,000
Stormwater 1 ls 9,500
Selective Demolition 1 ls 14,100
Misc. Works and General Accounts - Plumbing 1 ls 51,000
Fire Protection 1 ls 251,600
Heating 1 ls 49,000
Cooling 1 ls 58,000
Air Distribution 1 ls 1,757,200
Exhaust Systems 1 ls 36,000
Support Systems & Works (noise isolation, wiring, commissioning) 1 ls 113,500
Misc. Works and General Accounts - HVAC 1 ls 403,000
Controls 1 ls 158,700
Misc. Site Utilities (storm drainage for addition) 1 ls 5,000
Electrical Systems 2,072,500
Service and Distribution 1 ls 140,400
Lighting, Devices and Controls 1 ls 1,573,400
Fire, Security, P.A. and Misc. Systems 1 ls 358,700
A/V Equipment and Performance Lighting 3,450,000
Audio system including distributed audio, intercom and program allowance 1,300,000 Threshold provided
Video system including distributed video allowance 650,000 Threshold providedLighting system including new motorized batten system, dimmer racks,
control console and additional lighting inventory allowance 1,500,000 Threshold provided
Subtotal Major Renovations 19,609,550
Markups
Design & Pricing Contingency 15% 2,940,000
Staging, Accessibility & Protection 10% 2,255,000
General Conditions, Overhead & Profit 20% 4,960,000
Escalation To Bid Date (July 2018) 13% 3,720,000
Construction Change Order Contingency 10% 3,350,000
$36,834,550
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